O Captain, My Captain...

Since the beginning of this year, the world has lost many celebrities and entertainers, and the world is a poorer place for it.

Dear readers, I, like many others, was stunned at the death of Robin Williams from an apparent suicide, that is true, but his was not the first death this year nor will he be the last.  Unfortunately, Williams seems to be all the news agencies can talk about.

As of today's date, 27 celebrity deaths have occurred since January 1st.

Elaine Stritch - Broadway legend
Sid Cesar - Actor
James Avery - Actor
Phil Everly - Musician
Russell Johnson - Actor
Dave Madden - Actor
Ruth Duccini - Actor
Pete Seeger - Singer
Phillip Seymour Hoffman - Actor
Shirley Temple Black - Actress, diplomat, ambassador
Harold Ramis - Actor, director
Reuben Askew - Former Florida Governor
David Brenner - Comedian
John Pinette - Comedian
Mickey Rooney - Actor
James "The Ultimate Warrior" Hellwing - Pro wrestler
Dr. Jack Ramsay - Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster
Bob Hoskins - Actor
Maya Angelou - Poet, author
Ann B. Davis - Actor
Don Zimmer - Baseball figure
Ruby Dee - Actor
Casey Kasem - Radio host
Eli Wallach - Actor
James Garner - Actor
Robin Williams - Actor, comedian
Lauren Bacall - Actor

Rest in peace.  You will all be missed.

Regards,
Ryleigh Trent